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Vintage Sculptural Cat Bookends with Burl-Style Wood Bases
Striking vintage pair of sculptural cat bookends featuring crouching feline figures with a dark bronze-tone patinated finish, mounted on richly figured burl-style wood blocks with stepped black bases.
The dramatic elongated forms have a strong Postmodern / Organic Modern look with Art Deco Revival influences and make an eye-catching addition to a library, office, or bookshelf.
Details
- Pair of 2 bookends
- Maker: Unmarked
- Period: Late 20th century, likely 1980s–1990s
- Style: Postmodern / Organic Modern / Art Deco Revival
- Cat figures: Bronze
- Bases: Burl-patterned wood / burl-style finish
- Height: approx. 6.5" each
- Base width: approx. 4.25" each
- Weight: approx. 1934 g for both cats / approx. 4.3 lbs for the pair
- Felted undersides
- Sold as a matching pair
Condition
Good vintage pre-owned condition with wear consistent with age and use. The cat figures show natural patina, surface variation and areas of finish wear, particularly along raised areas. The wood and black bases show minor surface marks, edge wear and small scuffs consistent with use. Please review all photos carefully for the exact condition, finish and patina.
